# Baiyangdian Lake (白洋淀)

Beijing, Beijing Municipality · North China, China · Guidebook rating: 3/5
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## Key facts

- **Admission:** Lake entry fee ¥40; Yuanyang Island ¥40; Lotus Garden ¥50; Culture Garden ¥50; Leisure Island ¥40; Baiyangdian Exotic Culture Park ¥40
- **Opening hours:** 07:30-18:30 (seasonal opening, May 1 - October 14, 2027)
- **Time needed:** 1 day
- **Address:** Baiyangdian Tourist Wharf Visitor Center, Dingdi Road, Lvyou East Road, Anxin County, Xiong'an New Area, Baoding
- **Getting there:** Take a high-speed train to Baiyangdian Station, then take Bus No. 16 to the Baiyangdian Tourist Wharf.
- **By car:** From Liuliqiao in Beijing, head south on the Jingshi Expressway and exit at Rongcheng. Turn onto the Jinbao (Tianjin–Baoding) Expressway and drive about 15 km, then exit at Baiyangdian. Continue south for 13 km to reach the Anxin County town, then follow the signs to the Baiyangdian boat wharf.
- **Good for:** Photography, Nature

## About Baiyangdian Lake

The 'Pearl of the North China Plain.' Baiyangdian is the largest freshwater lake on the North China Plain. Its most appealing feature is its water-village scenery, which changes with the seasons.

## Tips from the guidebook

- 1. Cable car: On Yuanyang Island you can ride a cable car for a beautiful view of the rippling lake from above.
- 2. Lotus ponds: In summer, Baiyangdian becomes a true lotus world, with vibrant lotus ponds in full bloom.
- 3. Watch the signs: Road signs in the Anxin County town are not very prominent, so keep an eye out.
- Baiyangdian

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Source: China Self-Guided Travel 2025 (《中国自助游》, Tianjin Science & Technology Press, Aug 2024), p. 1709. Prices, hours and transport details are as printed in the August 2024 edition and may have changed. Always confirm with the venue before you travel.
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